Re: How much did you SAVE?

We did 2" faux wood blinds from Global Blinds here in Atlanta, all custom made and installed, even had like 7-10 colors to pick from. We did 31 of our 40 windows, no way we could have afforded real wood, would have been $10,000 probably.

Re: How much did you SAVE?

I'm glad this post was started. I had the moving costs calculated into what I will need, but completely forgot about blinds.

I started the post to give me an idea of what I needed in my home, what to expect, and how much I need to save, there are always wants, but then there are needs for a home. I forgot about the lawn mower, etc. If you don't keep you lawn mowed, prepared for HOA. I wanted to make sure I am ready and not getting in too deep.

Re: How much did you SAVE?

Don't forget about utilities, some have installation charges and one may incur cancellation charges on current services.

I have home security and just found out it will cost me $1000 to cancel as I have 2 years left of contract. They offered a buyoff at $585. I asked them to transfer to new location but they do not offer service there so I am stuck paying a hefty cancellation fee.

The home security system on the new home has an installation of approx 300 (but you can have 3 installments).

Re: How much did you SAVE?

I purchased a home with a system already installed, now I have to find someone to monitor it. Still checking prices and my insurance only gave me two weeks to send them in the certificate for the discount. It seems there are not enough hours in the day to register kids in school, arrange for new mail delivery and of course the 5 hour UVerse install!

Another thing most people don't think about is the expense of the moving truck. I moved 33 miles over a 3 day period and it was 325.00 w/coupon. Then of course add to that all the packing supplies, gas, lunch for helpers and so on. I believe all told, it ran me aprox 600. And don't plan on cooking for a day or so because it's just too hectic. I budgeted aprox 800 for the move and it came in very close.

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